Guests say
Borve House is a well-regarded cottage with stunning views and a peaceful location. Guests appreciate its cleanliness, comfort, and the natural beauty of the surrounding area. While some minor issues with facilities and maintenance are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The majority of guests found the property to be very clean, with high standards maintained even during COVID-19. One review mentioned dust and dirty floors, but this seems to be an exception rather than the rule.
The location is consistently praised for its stunning views, peacefulness, and proximity to nature and wildlife. It's considered a highlight and a strong reason for guests' enjoyment.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with cosy furnishings and a warm atmosphere. Some suggested improvements for cosiness and additional amenities, but overall satisfaction with comfort is high.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces. However, there are several mentions of maintenance needs, such as the cooker and washing machine issues, and suggestions for additional items.
While some guests mention a lack of welcome packs for guests and their pets, there is not enough consistent information about gifts or extra thoughtful touches to accurately score this category.
About this property
Nestled upon the craggy headland at the western end of the Ardnamurchan peninsula, is this white washed bungalow. Boasting an elevated position in a remote section of Lochaber, yet with the village of Kilchoan just 4 miles away, enjoy a well-earned rest with the whole family. The views are quite something to admire, even on a cloud-covered day they stretch across Sanna Bay, over to the Isles of Eigg and Muck. Approach the property via a single track road, where entry is gained down a set of stone steps. Through the rear entrance is the utility, with a washing machine and tumble dryer, leading to the kitchen.
Here, you can enjoy fully fitted units and appliances, layered with neutral colour schemes. The living room boasts sumptuous seating, where you can cosy together with your loved ones and enjoy the warmth of the open fire on a cold, wintry evening. There is a lovely dining area for you to use each mealtime and a balcony through the French doors, enjoying the tremendous coastal views. Completing this cottage are three bedrooms boasting a simple design, followed by a family bathroom, with a shower over the bath tub. Outside you have the benefit of an enclosed garden, perfectly safe for the children and dogs to run around.
Ardnamurchan Point is nearby, with its commanding lighthouse, coffee shop and exhibition centre, backed by glorious landscape scenery. Sanna Beach offers a wonderful spot to bask on golden sands and gaze out across clear blue waters to the Isle of Muck and Eigg. For local amenities, the village of Kilchoan offers a pub, shop and a restaurant, as well as the formidable Mingary Castle nearby. Mingary Pier also offers regular ferry trips across the Sound of Mull to Tobermory, where you can visit Mull Aquarium, Tobermory Lighthouse and the Tobermory Distillery Visitor Centre. A wonderful choice for a base for your next holiday to the Scottish Highlands.
Kilchoan is the most westerly village in mainland Britain, situated on the Ardnamurchan Peninsula. The area close to Kilchoan offers a choice of beaches and an abundance of wildlife. The village has good local services including a shop, pub, restaurant and community centre. From Mingary Pier there is a regular ferry service across the Sound of Mull to Tobermory which gives the opportunity to explore the islands of Mull and Iona. There are wildlife excursions on land and sea and the Ardnamurchan Distillery and Natural History Centre are added attractions. A short drive away is Ardnamurchan Point complete with its own lighthouse and visitor centre.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with open fire.
Cloakroom with toilet and basin
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking.
Enclosed garden.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 4 miles.
Note: Although all on ground floor, there are external steps leading down to this property from the parking area.
Note: Check in after 4pm and check out if before 10am.
Reviews (29)
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Andrew
Very clean, warm & cosy with everything we needed for a week in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK. The views from the living room patio doors are stunning. We have stayed in several lovely properties on Ardnamurchan over the last 10 years but this has been our favourite so far. Some maintenance needed for the veranda but this was brought to attention of the owner & was in the process of being sorted. Would thoroughly recommend a stay at Borve House.
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John
All 7 days of banging, hammering, sthil sawing etc. no mention of this in the phone call from the property owner 2 days before our visit. There are caravans at the back of the property which were being used by builders during the day and also used at night, no mention of these on the listing. The property was very dusty and dirty floors, the hoover was broken so unable to use. Previous guests have left lots of dog poo all over garden. Very little logs to use fire. We have stayed in this property is years past and never has it been like this. The loud noises of a building site are not what we expected on holiday. Very dissatisfied and disappointed
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Nicola
The location is truly idyllic with loads of wildlife literally on the doorstep. It's a great base to explore the Ardnamurchan peninsula from. We would definitely come again!